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Scientific NameMorula anaxares
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FamilyMuricidae
GenusMorula
Speciesanaxares
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas from East Africa to the Western Pacific.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20-30
Identifying FeaturesStrong nodulose sculpture resulting from intersecting axial ribs and spiral cords; distinctive brown and white banded color pattern; ovate aperture with a denticulate (toothed) inner margin of the outer lip; relatively short, open siphonal canal.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Kiener, 1836)
Description
A small, robust, and sculptured marine gastropod shell, characterized by its nodulose surface, a moderately elevated spire, and a distinct aperture. The shell exhibits a pattern of brown and white bands, with the nodules often being darker. The aperture is ovate, white internally, and features prominent denticles on the inner side of the outer lip, and a short, open siphonal canal.
